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God Bless America
by Adah Nuchi
Illustrator: Rob Polivka
Ages: 6+
Published: 2018
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion Books
ISBN: 978-1-3680-1576-9
Keywords: Irving Berlin, Patriotism, Immigrants, Refugees, Songwriters
Fleeing religious persecution, “Izzy” becomes one of America's greatest songwriters, composing inspiring musical tributes to his new country. Rhythmic text. Period cartoonish illustrations. Back matter.